Home Time
The schedule of when a driver returns home between driving assignments.
Definition
Home time refers to the frequency and duration of a driver's time at home between work assignments. The main categories are: home daily (local), home weekly (regional), home every other week (OTR), and home monthly (long-haul OTR). Home time policies vary significantly by carrier and are a top factor in driver satisfaction and retention. Carriers that offer consistent, guaranteed home time generally have lower turnover.
Why it matters to you
Home time is the term drivers most often take on trust and most often regret. Get it specific: how many days, how often, and whether it is guaranteed or subject to freight. A carrier that routes you home reliably is worth real money against one advertising a higher rate and delivering it late. Ask current drivers, not only the recruiter.
FAQ
What does Home Time mean?
The schedule of when a driver returns home between driving assignments.
Why does Home Time matter to a driver?
Home time is the term drivers most often take on trust and most often regret. Get it specific: how many days, how often, and whether it is guaranteed or subject to freight. A carrier that routes you home reliably is worth real money against one advertising a higher rate and delivering it late. Ask current drivers, not only the recruiter.
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